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Roots Bambo

Norman Manley Boulevard, Negril, Jamaica
876 957 4479
Ranked #7 of 10 nightlife in Negril
3.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Activities: Nightlife
Description: Dance into the wee hours at this club, featuring reggae on Wednesdays.
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Boston, Massachusetts
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

This place was wonderful, they had many acts that sang 3-4 songs each. It was an amazing variety of popular and local reggae/soca/calypso music. I went on a wednesday night and so glad I did. More

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East Taunton, Massachusetts
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012
2
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I have been going to Roots for over 20 years. I first started out staying in a tent. I quickly realized that the cabins are the best deal in town. Ted Plummer is a great friend. I have known him and his son for years. Everytime I go, I am treated like I'm the only one there. I took my... More

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Brooklyn.ny
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2009
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For the money that is spent on accomodation this is a fun loving location. I look forward to go every year but if your are not into night life get a cabin closer to the road. The beach bar comes alive at nights especially Wednesday nights. The food is unbelievable tasty; not to mention the pancakes!!!! yummmmy!!!. The staff is... More

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Port Dover Ontario
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 25, 2008
3
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Teddy Plummer and his staff are the best on the Island I have travelled to Jamaica several times (19) and have stayed all over the island.I have stayed all inclusive a few times but prefer going it on my own.I have spent 2 Christmas' at Roots Bamboo both times I took my daughter for her 16th and 18th Christmas.The people... More

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Kingston
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2008
2
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I love Jamaica and its one of my favourite destinations. Under my first visit in 2006 I went to Negril an we heard from others that the Roots Bamboo was the place to stay for young travelers..but we had arranged to stay somewere else.. I decided to check it out on my secong visit in October 2007 with 3 friends...... More

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Sheffield, UK
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3 reviews 3 reviews
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed October 27, 2006
10
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In my opinion this place is one of the worst I have been to in Negril for nightlife. From the minute you walk towards the entrance you are hassled by taxi drivers, vendors and beach gigolos. I think a lot of this has to do with the fact that there is no admission price unless there is a special guest... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2006
16
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I stayed here for about three years ago, in April. I'll say, it wasn't too bad.and for what we paid, it was, for the most part, pretty good. The beach was right there (a beautiful beach, btw), but I was a little uncomfortable by the near constant sales pitches from the locals. I understand that a dollar goes far in... More

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Monticello, Minnesota
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2005
3
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Roots Bamboo is the place to go. A cabin right on the beach, What more could you ask for . The owner and his staff are awesome. We won't stay anywhere else. More

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A TripAdvisor Member
Anaheim, CA
1 review
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2003
24
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Roots Bambo.........a cottage right in the beach and less than $20 a night...who can complain? The staff was great. Live Jamaican reggae from up and coming dancehall artists. Very basic but a great experience. I traveled with my son who was 6 at the time. He also loved it! Let's face it, the price was right. When you go to... More

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